Course curriculum

    1. View the 9th Kyu Syllabus

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    2. Lesson 1: 9th Kyu Overview

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    3. Lesson 2: Rei-ho

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    4. Lesson 3: Zenpo Kaiten

    5. Lesson 4: Koho Kaiten

    6. Lesson 5: Sokuho Kaiten

    7. Lesson 6: Zenpo Ukemi

    8. Lesson 7: Koho Ukemi

    9. Lesson 8: Sokuho Ukemi

    10. Lesson 9: Tsuki Kata

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    11. Lesson 10: Shuto Uchi

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    12. Lesson 11: Keri Kata

    13. Lesson 12: Uke Gata

    14. Lesson 13: Hira No Kamae

    15. Lesson 14: Ichimonji No Kamae

    16. Lesson 15: Jumonji No Kamae

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    17. Testing Preparation & Submission

    1. 8th Kyu Syllabus

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    2. Lesson 1: 8th Kyu Overview

    3. Lesson 2: Gyokko Ryu Kamae Gata

    4. Lesson 3: Koto Ryu Kamae Gata

    5. Lesson 4: Tachi Nagare

    6. Lesson 5: Yoko Nagare

    7. Lesson 6: Jun Nagare

    8. Lesson 7: Gyaku Nagare

    9. Lesson 8: Tobi Ori/Tobi Komi

    10. Lesson 9: Uchi Mawashi Dori

    11. Lesson 10: Uchi Mawashi Hazushi

    12. Lesson 11: Naka Hiki

    13. Lesson 12: Sayu Mawashi Dori

    14. Lesson 13: Osae Dori

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    15. Testing Preparation & Submission

    1. 7th Kyu Syllabus

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    2. Lesson 1: 7th Kyu Overview

    3. Lesson 2: Omote Kote Gyaku

    4. Lesson 3: Ura Kote Gyaku

    5. Lesson 4: Hon Gyaku

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    6. Lesson 4: Oyagoroshi

    7. Lesson 5: Kogoroshi

    8. Lesson 6: Shomen Giri

    9. Lesson 7: Kesa Giri

    10. Lesson 8: Gyaku Kesa Giri

    11. Lesson 9: Nukiuchi Do Giri

    12. Lesson 10: Tsuki

    13. Lesson 11: Kukishin Ryu Kamae Gata

    14. Testing Preparation & Submission

About this course

  • $80.00 / month
  • 50 lessons

Instructor

James Wright

Kancho

Kancho James Wright, hailing from the United Kingdom, embarked on his martial arts journey from a young age, initially delving into the world of Judo. However, it was in the early 1980s that his path took a profound turn upon encountering classical Japanese martial arts. This pivotal moment ignited his passion for martial arts and set him on a lifelong quest for mastery. Driven by a thirst for knowledge and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Kancho Wright made the bold decision to relocate to Japan in the early 1990s. Immersing himself in the rich tapestry of Japanese martial traditions, he dedicated countless hours to honing his skills across a spectrum of disciplines. From Gyokko Ryu to Koto Ryu, Kukishin Ryu to Togakure Ryu, and beyond, Kancho Wright delved deep into the essence of each system, absorbing their wisdom, and embodying their principles. Kancho Wright's journey didn't stop there. During his tenure in Japan, he sought to expand his expertise beyond traditional martial arts, undertaking rigorous training in tactical firearm and defensive tactics courses. This holistic approach to training equipped him with a comprehensive skill set, blending ancient wisdom with modern methodologies. Today, Kancho Wright stands as a beacon of innovation and tradition, bridging the gap between the ancient arts of the samurai and shinobi with the demands of the contemporary world. His visionary leadership has not only preserved the timeless teachings of these venerable traditions but has also revitalized them for the modern era, ensuring their relevance and efficacy in the 21st century. With Kancho Wright at the helm, the Kobukan Kobudo Renmei embodies a commitment to excellence, innovation, and authenticity. His unparalleled expertise and unwavering dedication have inspired countless practitioners to embark on their own martial arts journeys, empowering them to reach new heights of skill, knowledge, and self-discovery. Through his leadership, the legacy of Japanese martial arts continues to thrive and evolve, enriching the lives of practitioners around the globe.

Enroll in this course to begin your Kobukan journey.